Health and Social Care
Combine theory with practice in a degree designed around today’s health and social care professions. You’ll gain the skills, experience and professional insight employers demand in this dynamic and rewarding field.
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You’ll learn from experienced professionals and gain the practical insight to support individuals, families and communities — empowering people of all ages to live healthy, independent and fulfilling lives.
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The emphasis of our Childhood Studies degree is on exploring childhood from a global perspective to develop or strengthen your understanding of factors that affect a child’s holistic development, health and wellbeing.
The Cert HE in Community Health and Wellbeing offers the opportunity to experience university life, develop strong study skills for higher education, and begin to engage in professional development for health careers.
A health, wellbeing and social care management degree assists students to recognise the necessity to lead with inspiration in this sector. It also helps aspiring managers to recognise their potential to apply skilful approaches.
Build confidence and academic skills while exploring health, wellbeing and social care, preparing you to progress onto the full degree and future professional study.
Through placements, you’ll gain invaluable real-world experience and develop the skills required for professional practice in various settings. In the third year, you’ll have the chance to specialise in areas such as children, adults, or mental health, further enhancing your employability prospects.
Did you know?
Social Work at USW is top in Wales for overall student satisfaction (National Student Survey 2025)
Health Studies at USW is top in the UK for both Graduate Outcomes & Graduate prospects on track (Complete University Guide 2027)
Did you know?
95%
of USW Health and Social Care graduates are in Employment and/or Further Study 15 months after graduation
(Graduate Outcomes Survey 2022/23)Social Work at USW is top in Wales for overall student satisfaction (National Student Survey 2025)
Health Studies at USW is top in the UK for both Graduate Outcomes & Graduate prospects on track (Complete University Guide 2027)
Study in South Wales
Our Health and Social Care courses are taught at the Pontypridd Campus, set among the scenic South Wales Valleys, whilst our Social Work courses are delivered in Newport, a modern riverside hub in a vibrant city. Each campus has its own character, but both provide a welcoming community and opportunities to explore, connect, and make the most of your time at university.
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